I can relate - I've been in the business world for almost 20 years (I'm 41) and have been in the situations you describe. Some ideas that some to mind (not sure if any of these would help): * Is there a "phrase" with your name in it that would be easier to say? Like "Good to me you I'm David". For me sometimes getting a "running start" can help me with difficult words. * Could you hand them your business card and point to your name as you say it? * Maybe practice saying your name over and over again, and visualize saying it fluently. Sorry if this is stating the obvious but seriously I often overlook the value of just practicing difficult words and phrases. * If you block can you turn it into something you laugh off? Like say something like "what's my name again? Oh, right it's David." Maybe it wouldn't work in your environment but humor is a good way to reduce anxiety. * Have you mentioned to your boss that you stutter, and that you're worried about how it will impact your ability to be a manager? I've done this before and it's amazing how much it reduces the anxiety once it's out in the open. I've stuttered myself since I can remember and have been in managerial roles and I've seen other stutterers in management as well. Sure speech blocks can be a real pain in the ass, especially on bad days, but I don't think it means we can't climb the corporate ladder like everybody else. Everybody has their strength and weaknesses.